While I was up in Jersey, I watched a number of movies. Far from Heaven is a lacklustre film which did not provide much entertainment or food for thought. Y tu mamá también (And Your Mother Too) is a Mexican film in Spanish. It is a comedy of the American Pie genre, except it has… Continue reading Movies
I am going to Hell
According to the Dante’s Inferno test, I have been consigned to the seventh level of hell. Few go lower. The Dante’s Inferno Test has banished you to the Seventh Level of Hell! Here is how you matched up against all the levels: Level Score Purgatory (Repenting Believers) Low Level 1 – Limbo (Virtuous Non-Believers) Low… Continue reading I am going to Hell
Move Complete
I just finished moving into my new apartment. Now I have to unpack everything. It was a hot day in Atlanta today, so moving was tough. Also, I have a lot of stuff, so I had to get a friend to loan me his Grand Cherokee. I filled up the trunk and well as the… Continue reading Move Complete
Hiatus or Not
I haven’t been feeling much like posting anything recently. There are a number of things I want to write about, but just haven’t had the energy to blog. Plus work and errands have kept me busy. I am also moving this weekend to a new apartment. So you’ll have to wait another few days. I… Continue reading Hiatus or Not
The End of the Ottoman Empire
Bill Allison at Ideofact is discussing the idea that we are still finding the Great War (1914-18). He discusses the effect of the end of the Ottoman rule on radical Islamists. It is a typically great series of posts (see this post for the series). In his latest post on the subject, Bill refers to… Continue reading The End of the Ottoman Empire
Grading
I am busy grading the final projects. It takes two full days, so I should be finished tonight. BTW, this is my first post from my laptop with a 802.11 wireless connection.
Which Country of the World are You?
Switzerland – A neutral power for as long as most can remember, it has avoided war for several centuries. However, it is still considered highly advanced and a global power. Positives: Judicial. Neutrality. World-Renouned. Powerful without Force. Makes Excellent Watches, Etc. Negatives: Target of Ridicule. Constant Struggle to Avoid Conflict. Target of Criminal Bank Accounts.… Continue reading Which Country of the World are You?
Exam Update
I passed. Going out to celebrate with Amber. Regular blogging to resume tomorrow.
Oral Exam
It’s about time. I have to give a 45 minute talk starting at 12:30pm.
No Blogging Until April 22
I have my Ph.D. proposal oral examination on April 22. I have to prepare a 45 minute presentation and read up for any questions from the committee or the audience. Therefore, I’ll stay away from reading blogs or posting on my own. Regular blogging will resume on the 22nd. Meanwhile, I am very close to… Continue reading No Blogging Until April 22